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Update on University Avenue Improvements and Eastside Gateway Projects (B)
Explanation
This update focuses on the CRA's work to improve the University Avenue corridor with a range of small and large scale projects consisting of pedestrian enhancements and the construction of the Eastside Gateway.
The construction plans are progressing for removing old waste receptacles, bike racks and benches and replacing them with new, upgraded designs from Gale Lemerand Drive to Waldo Road. Staff is coordinating with RTS and Solid Waste on the placement of these items at bus stops and other locations. Public Works is securing easements for certain locations along the right-of-way. CRA staff is coordinating construction scheduling with Public Works and Solid Waste. Staff anticipates that construction will commence in November and continue through January 2008. CRA staff has obtained two quotes totaling $57,776.03 for equipment from approved specified source vendors, REP Services and Wabash Valley. It is anticipated that the Public Works general construction services contractor will perform the final installation tasks. The cost for these services will be determined after the final scope of work is completed.
The CRA is currently planning landscape improvements to three roadway medians in the Eastside Redevelopment District (between Waldo Road and East 15th Street) and five roadway medians in the CPUH District (between West 1100 and 1900 blocks). The CRA contracted with Zamia Design Landscape Architecture to develop construction plans and specifications, which are nearing completion. Meetings were held with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to address state mandated design criteria. Bidding and construction are contingent on FDOT approval and it is anticipated construction will be initiated in early 2008. The preliminary cost for constructing the medians is approximately $75,000 and maintenance costs will be known after installation is ...
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